Ubitus Secures Investment from UTokyo IPC to Advance GPU Data Center Expansion in Japan

Ubitus K.K., leveraging its strengths in the GPU server business, has received an investment from AOI Fund 1, managed by UTokyo Innovation Platform Co., Ltd. (UTokyo IPC), the venture investment arm of the University of Tokyo. This funding will accelerate Ubitus’ expansion of its GPU data center business in Japan, strengthening its infrastructure to meet the growing demands of AI and cloud computing across various industries.

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Rising Demand for GPU Servers in AI and Cloud Computing

As AI technology continues to evolve rapidly, the demand for GPU servers is surging across industries. With over a decade of expertise in GPU cloud computing, Ubitus partners with major cloud service providers such as AWS, Google Cloud, and Azure. In collaboration with Foxlink, Ubitus established Ubilink.AI Co., Ltd., ranked 31st in the Top 500 supercomputers globally and is positioned as Asia’s largest green energy AI computing center. Through its strong alliance with NVIDIA, Ubitus gains seamless access to the latest GPU hardware and software innovations. Leveraging these strengths, Ubitus’ expansion in Japan is the next strategic move.

UTokyo IPC Investment Fuels Ubitus AI Expansion

Ubitus has an ongoing collaboration with the University of Tokyo in developing large language models optimized for the Japanese market. With the latest investment from UTokyo IPC, Ubitus is set to expand its GPU data centers in Japan, boosting its capacity to handle petabyte-scale workloads. The new facilities will incorporate cutting-edge technologies, including NVIDIA Blackwell GPUs, to enhance AI model training and real-time inference.

Scaling AI and Robotics: Ubitus’ Vision for the Future

With higher industrial electricity rates than the U.S. and space constraints limiting large-scale GPU data centers, Ubitus is prioritizing energy-efficient facilities for sustainability and cost efficiency. To further scale its operations, Ubitus is also exploring the establishment of a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) to manage its data center assets.

Beyond AI infrastructure, Ubitus is expanding into Robot as a Service (RaaS) by integrating multi-modal AI into robotic applications across industries such as healthcare and retail. By embedding AI-driven intelligence into robotic systems, these solutions go beyond simple item delivery, offering personalized services and communication capabilities.

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With this investment and expansion, Ubitus strengthens its position as a key innovator in Japan’s AI and cloud computing sector, driving the future of intelligent automation and scalable AI infrastructure.

UTokyo IPC is dedicated to strengthening Japan’s global industrial competitiveness by fostering world-class startups and building a robust innovation ecosystem. The company collaborates with a wide range of stakeholders, including universities, corporations, venture capital firms, and government entities, to drive impactful innovation.

Founded in 2016 as a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Tokyo, UTokyo IPC aims to further develop the venture ecosystem cultivated around the university. As a public-private investment firm, UTokyo IPC has invested in over 70 university-affiliated startups and private VC funds through its two investment funds. In parallel, the company actively supports the commercialization of research-based technologies and the establishment of startups through its Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) program.

UTokyo IPC also operates 1stRound, one of Japan’s largest accelerator programs co-hosted with academia, and provides hands-on support for deep-tech talent through initiatives such as DeepTech Dive.

In 2024, UTokyo IPC launched the ASA Fund after being selected through the Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s public solicitation process. This fund aims to establish a new hub for deep-tech startup creation, fostering innovation through domestic and international collaboration.

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